• There were many reasons for the change of the site software, the biggest was security. The age of the old software also meant no server updates for certain programs. There are many benefits to the new software, one of the biggest is the mobile functionality. Ill fix up some stuff in the coming days, we'll also try to get some of the old addons back or the data imported back into the site like the garage. To create a thread or to reply with a post is basically the same as it was in the prior software. The default style of the site is light colored, but i temporarily added a darker colored style, to change you can find a link at the bottom of the site.

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  1. JKMSPYDER

    In Memory of those Members who are now riding the Forever Road - RIP

    So sorry to hear the news. A friend of mine bought Dwayne's 2019 F3 LTD in September of '23 and I bought his wife Linda's 2020 F3 LTD in October of '23. They were both very nice people. We also had lunch with them last May at the Hot Springs Spyder rally. His commentary on this forum was...
  2. JKMSPYDER

    Installing PedalBox has increased idle speed to 1000-1050 - will this damage anything? Anyone else notice this?

    I have a 2020 F3-Ltd with a pedalbox that I installed myself. No change in idle RPM.
  3. JKMSPYDER

    Did my own 3000 mile oil change - not a big deal

    I agree with ned64 about torquing oil plugs. Be very careful. Once I get my plugs done finger tight I give them about a 1/8 to 1/4 turn with my wrench. Never had an oil leak at the plugs nor a broken plug. I also replaced the OEM plugs with hex head plugs. Much easier.
  4. JKMSPYDER

    How many States require a Motorcycle Endorsement for Spyders?

    I live in Tennessee and a motorcycle license or endorsement is required. I moved from NC five months ago and had a motorcycle endorsement from that State also. When I moved to Tennessee I did not have to take a written, vision, or driving/riding test to transfer my endorsement.
  5. JKMSPYDER

    Anywhere to get an F3-T Alignment in the middle of TN area? Or any other effective alignment method?

    BajaRon has talked about it but does not have it yet.
  6. JKMSPYDER

    Blue Light Special Anyone?

    Ron I’m glad that you didn’t get a ticket but sorry that you missed the lunch. We had ten in attendance. Hope you can make the next one.
  7. JKMSPYDER

    What did you do to your Spyder today?

    Ten days ago I rode to BajaRon’s shop and had a cat delete installed with baffle. I kept the original muffler. The sound is great but not too loud.
  8. JKMSPYDER

    What did you do to your Spyder today?

    Last week I had BajaRon install a Cat delete pipe with baffle. I kept my OEM muffler. I love the low rumble sound.
  9. JKMSPYDER

    My First Spyder - F3S. But the brakes need a really hard push, is this normal?

    I would check the brake fluid level and also the depth of the brake pads. And since the Spyder is a '21 it would be prudent to flush the brake system and add new brake fluid.
  10. JKMSPYDER

    F3-T third service at ~15k miles

    I noticed your location and you are about 3.5 hours from BajaRon's shop in Greeneville, TN. If you make an appointment for an oil change you can be there and home in one day. Ron recommends and uses Amsoil with his customers. It is a great oil and he also carries the oil filter kits. Call...
  11. JKMSPYDER

    Only One Oil Plug on 2024 RT?

    I would not be concerned about torquing the oil drain plugs. Just snug them up tight and use a new metal washer for both plugs. I have heard of owners breaking off drain plug heads by over tightening. I use the hex head plugs and just tighten snugly with my socket wrench. Have never had a...
  12. JKMSPYDER

    Please tell me what Battery Heated vests you recommend?

    I have bought heated vests from thewarmingstore.com. Good products.
  13. JKMSPYDER

    Your thoughts on BRP (DOOO) as a company to invest in??

    I also could not open the link. But having been a financial advisor before I retired and a current Spyder owner I would not buy the stock. As much as I love my Spyder BRP's customer service and dealer network is below par IMO. I don't know how they treat their watercraft, side by side, and...
  14. JKMSPYDER

    Any riders in NE Tennessee?

    I did get to meet one rider yesterday who is close to me. Are there any other riders in the tri-cities area who would like to respond? If so, send me a PM and I will respond.
  15. JKMSPYDER

    Is there a non-OEM Fuel Filter alternative for an F3?

    I purchased a fuel filter at NAPA. Number 86095. I believe it was a Wix fuel filter.
  16. JKMSPYDER

    Any riders in NE Tennessee?

    I recently moved from sw NC to ne TN. Looking for other Spyder riders in the Elizabethton, tri-cities and Greeneville area for meet up rides and lunches. Please PM me if interested.
  17. JKMSPYDER

    Anything good to say about the Blue Ridge windshield?

    I would think that there would be a number of aftermarket shields. F4, Gustafson, and Madstad come to mind. My 2015 F3 had a Madstad shield, and I loved it.
  18. JKMSPYDER

    F3 owners - how does the rider's backrest mount?

    In the F3 Ltd there is no slot in the rider's seat. You mount the backrest between the rider and passenger seat. Mounting involves removing both seats for installation. Not a hard job if you are mechanically inclined.
  19. JKMSPYDER

    F3 LTD owners - how do you run wires fm dash top compartment to h/bars?

    I have a 2020 F3 Ltd. I drilled a hole in the front of the compartment and ran a cable under the dash. The dash will pull off. There are no screws holding it on. But then I found out the cable would not keep my phone charged. So I bought a USB charger from Amazon that has two USB ports and...
  20. JKMSPYDER

    How Wet have you ever been on your Spyder??

    Last year a friend and I were riding our Spyders from Lebanon, KS to Rugby, ND for the Smackdab center to center run. As we entered ND we ran into an inland hurricane. Steady rain and 35 to 40 mph winds. We had on rain gear but got soaked to the bone since we had to ride 3.5 hours in that...
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